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Highlights
- On-site laundry
- Off-street parking
- Open living space
- Two spacious bedrooms
Location
381 Millar Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020, USA|El Cajon
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Property Overview
Millar-381 Millar Ave El Cajon, CA 92020 receives an outstanding overall rating of 8.3 from Zumper, reflecting its excellent amenities and prime location, rated at 8 and 9 respectively. It offers competitive pricing and value, placing it in the 74.55 percentile for value for money in the area. Notable features include on-site laundry, off-street parking, and spacious living areas, contributing to a desirable living environment.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | $1,995 /mo | 2 units available | This bright and airy home features an open living space, a clean and functional kitchen, and two spacious bedrooms with great natural light. The community offers on-site laundry, off-street parking, and easy access to local shopping, dining, parks, and the 8 Freeway. A welcoming place to settle in and call home. Qualifying Criteria: -$1995. deposit - 600 Minimum Credit Score - 2.5 Times Rent in Income - No History of Evictions or Bankruptcies $30 Application Fee (Apply Below) For other available rentals be sure to check out our website: http www scc1031 com available-rentals To view please call Laura 6 1 9 - 8 8 8 -5 5 5 4 DRE.01846358 |
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About Millar-381 Millar Ave El Cajon, CA 92020
This bright and airy home features an open living space, a clean and functional kitchen, and two spacious bedrooms with great natural light. The community offers on-site laundry, off-street parking, and easy access to local shopping, dining, parks, and the 8 Freeway. A welcoming place to settle in and call home. Qualifying Criteria: -$1995. deposit - 600 Minimum Credit Score - 2.5 Times Rent in Income - No History of Evictions or Bankruptcies $30 Application Fee (Apply Below) For other available rentals be sure to check out our website: http www scc1031 com available-rentals To view please call Laura 6 1 9 - 8 8 8 -5 5 5 4 DRE.01846358
Zumper Expert Rating
Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.3
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Very GoodWith a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Millar-381 Millar Ave El Cajon, CA 92020 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Millar-381 Millar Ave El Cajon, CA 92020 has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Millar-381 Millar Ave El Cajon, CA 92020 offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, Millar-381 Millar Ave El Cajon, CA 92020 is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Millar-381 Millar Ave El Cajon, CA 92020 is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Millar-381 Millar Ave El Cajon, CA 92020 does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
Millar-381 Millar Ave El Cajon, CA 92020 provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How Millar-381 Millar Ave El Cajon, CA 92020 compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
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Rent trends in El Cajon
2-bedroom apartments at Millar-381 Millar Ave El Cajon, CA 92020 cost about 10% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in El Cajon.
Median rents as of Jan 17 2026.
El Cajon
El Cajon
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $1,552 |
| March 2024 | $1,550 |
| April 2024 | $1,554 |
| May 2024 | $1,587 |
| June 2024 | $1,597 |
| July 2024 | $1,596 |
| August 2024 | $1,564 |
| September 2024 | $1,557 |
| October 2024 | $1,582 |
| November 2024 | $1,577 |
| December 2024 | $1,576 |
| January 2025 | $1,556 |
| February 2025 | $1,580 |
| March 2025 | $1,572 |
| April 2025 | $1,570 |
| May 2025 | $1,553 |
| June 2025 | $1,605 |
| July 2025 | $1,562 |
| August 2025 | $1,569 |
| September 2025 | $1,564 |
| October 2025 | $1,564 |
| November 2025 | $1,535 |
| December 2025 | $1,539 |
| January 2026 | $1,496 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $1,552 |
| March 2024 | $1,550 |
| April 2024 | $1,554 |
| May 2024 | $1,582 |
| June 2024 | $1,597 |
| July 2024 | $1,596 |
| August 2024 | $1,564 |
| September 2024 | $1,557 |
| October 2024 | $1,582 |
| November 2024 | $1,577 |
| December 2024 | $1,576 |
| January 2025 | $1,556 |
| February 2025 | $1,580 |
| March 2025 | $1,572 |
| April 2025 | $1,570 |
| May 2025 | $1,553 |
| June 2025 | $1,605 |
| July 2025 | $1,562 |
| August 2025 | $1,569 |
| September 2025 | $1,564 |
| October 2025 | $1,564 |
| November 2025 | $1,535 |
| December 2025 | $1,539 |
| January 2026 | $1,496 |
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Can I afford to live at 381 Millar Ave?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$79,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $79,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,995.
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Schools near Millar-381 Millar Ave El Cajon, CA 92020
Johnson Elementary School
500 w madison
el cajon, CA, 92020
K-5Public
C
Cajon Valley Home
2962 jamul dr
el cajon, CA, 92019
K-8Public
C+
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Getting around El Cajon near 381 Millar Ave
Walking
6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
4/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
6/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 381 Millar Ave, El Cajon
Groceries
8/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
3/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
7/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk
High schools
7/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Parks
5/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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